From the street, The Pinnacle appears unnervingly high and potentially difficult to walk. The good news is that it is not, and the views from the lookout make every bit of effort worthwhile. It is one of the very best vantage points in the Grampians National Park for terrific scenic views over a vast expanse of western Victoria.
There are a number of walking options to reach The Pinnacle, varying in distance and difficulty. The easiest route to The Pinnacle departs from the Sundial carpark within the national park and ascends to The Pinnacle via Devils Gap. This is the best route to use if young children or unconfident walkers are part of your walking group. The 4.2km walk will take one and a half to two hours for the return trip. It does include some water crossings and rock-hopping, so good sturdy shoes are essential.
A more challenging walk departs from the aptly named Wonderland carpark and ascends via the impressive Grand Canyon. It does not resemble the American canyon of the same name but is equally impressive with its unique Australian rock formations, albeit on a smaller scale! The walk continues through the Silent Street before rising up to The Pinnacle.
For the really adventurous, you can walk to The Pinnacle from the base of the mountains, starting at the Halls Gap caravan park. This extended walk will take around five hours return so is suitable for fit and experienced walkers.
All these walks offer a variety of incredible rock formations to see and negotiate, as well as lush vegetation that has recovered from bushfires with fresh spurts of new growth. In springtime, wildflowers burst into life with their brilliant bright colours. With an abundance of wildlife living in the park, your walk may also include glimpses of koalas, kangaroos, snakes, skinks and maybe even an echidna or two.
Whichever way you get there, the view from The Pinnacle lookout will astound you. While you get your breath back after your ascent, you will be able to see Halls Gap far below you, as well as Lake Bellfield. Plus you will get a close-up look at the irregular and fascinating rock formations for which the Grampians are so well-known.
A more challenging walk departs from the aptly named Wonderland carpark and ascends via the impressive Grand Canyon. It does not resemble the American canyon of the same name but is equally impressive with its unique Australian rock formations, albeit on a smaller scale! The walk continues through the Silent Street before rising up to The Pinnacle.
For the really adventurous, you can walk to The Pinnacle from the base of the mountains, starting at the Halls Gap caravan park. This extended walk will take around five hours return so is suitable for fit and experienced walkers.
All these walks offer a variety of incredible rock formations to see and negotiate, as well as lush vegetation that has recovered from bushfires with fresh spurts of new growth. In springtime, wildflowers burst into life with their brilliant bright colours. With an abundance of wildlife living in the park, your walk may also include glimpses of koalas, kangaroos, snakes, skinks and maybe even an echidna or two.
Whichever way you get there, the view from The Pinnacle lookout will astound you. While you get your breath back after your ascent, you will be able to see Halls Gap far below you, as well as Lake Bellfield. Plus you will get a close-up look at the irregular and fascinating rock formations for which the Grampians are so well-known.
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Hiking and bushwalking
Witness breathtaking natural scenery at some of Victoria’s most iconic places when you lace up your boots and take to a hiking trail.
Bird watching
From bushland to wetlands and everything in between, parks provide habitat to an abundance of common and rare bird species. Go for a wander and see how many you can spot.
Wildlife viewing
Get up close and personal with some of Australia's shy native wildlife or look up to spot tree-dwelling mammals and flocks of colourful birds,
Brambuk The National Park and Culture Centre
Brambuk The National Park and Cultural Centre in Halls Gap began with the building of the Brambuk Cultural Centre in 1989 to acknowledge, protect and share the cultures of the Jadawadjali and Djab Wurrung Peoples.
How to get there
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Grampians National Park is located in Western Victoria, a three-hour (260km) drive from Melbourne and a five-hour (460km) drive from Adelaide. The central Grampians is easily accessed from the villages of Halls Gap and Wartook and is a scenic day trip from the regional towns of Hamilton, Horsham, Stawell and Ararat. It is also a key destination on the internationally renowned Great Southern Touring Route.
When you're there
Download the Grampians National Park visitor guide for more information about the park and the plethora of experiences to be had within its borders.
Need to know
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Accessibility
Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state.
Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.
Change of Conditions
Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.
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Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park
Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Roads Update 12.03.2025
The Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park has many roads temporarily closed due to the recent bushfires. Please be aware the movement of visitors in parts of the National Park is restricted.Key roads open include Grampians Tourist Rd (all side roads remain closed), Mt Victory Rd, Roses Gap Rd, Mt Zero Rd and the Mirranatwa Gap end of Victoria Valley Rd.Please refer to the attached up-to-date road report below.Attachments: Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Road Report - 12.03.2025 (225KB)
Tandara Step Project - Fyans Creek (Barri yalug) Track - Temporary Closure
From Monday 17th March 2025, Wildtracks are commencing works on the Fyans Creek (Barri yalug) Track between the end of Tandara Rd and the Terraces Fireline). Wildtracks will take approximately 2 weeks with this section of the track temporarily closed or detoured around on the Terraces Fireline in accordance with the progress of works. Boronia Peak remains accessible from the northern end of the Fyans Creek (Barri yalug) Track.Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park - Bushfires Reopening Update - 17.03.2025
Since 16 December 2024, several bushfires have impacted large parts of the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park including the Serra, Mount William and Victoria Ranges, Victoria Valley, Wallaby Rocks and central corridor areas.The fires are now listed as ‘under control’, however large areas of the National Park remain closed to support ongoing fire recovery operations and to ensure visitor and community safety.Most visitor sites within the non-fire affected areas of the National Park are now re-opened to the public. This includes walking tracks, campgrounds (vehicle based and hike-in), overnight hikes, designated climbing areas, roads, access tracks and picnic areas. The re-opened visitor areas are listed below.Central Grampians, Wonderland Range and Halls Gap area• Brambuk the National Park & Cultural Centre and nearby walks• Boroka Lookout, Reeds Lookout, Mackenzie Falls and Zumsteins Picnic Area• Smiths Mill Campground• The Wonderland Area, including The Pinnacle, Venus Baths and Grand Canyon• Chatauqua Peak, Clematis Falls and Bullaces Glen• Boronia Peak and Fyans Creek LoopNorthern Grampians• Mount Zero, Mount Stapylton, Hollow Mountain and Mount Difficult (Gar) walks• Grampians Peaks Trail between Mount Zero and Halls Gap• Barigar, Gar and Werdug Hike-in campgrounds• Stapylton Campground• Troopers Creek Campground• Coppermine 4X4 Campground (and nearby school group camping areas)• Plantation CampgroundSouthern Grampians• Mt Abrupt (Mud-Dadjug), Mt Sturgeon (Wurgarri) Piccaninny (Bainggug), and Signal Peak walks• Grampians Peaks Trail between Dunkeld and Cassidy Gap Road• Djardji-djawara and Mud-Dadjug Hike-in campgroundsDesignated rock-climbing areas• Hollow Mountain, Mount Stapylton, Halls Gap and Wonderland area sites: 1 – 77Roads• Key roads including Grampians Tourist Rd, Mount Victory Rd, Roses Gap Rd, Mount Zero Rd are all open• For more information on road closures, visit the VicTraffic website ww.traffic.transport.vic.gov.auFor detailed road information refer to the updated road report under ‘change of conditions’ Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park
Closed Areas• Refer to the attached map for closed areas of the National Park.Prior to setting out into the National Park, visit Brambuk the National Park and Cultural Centre. Located 2km south of Halls Gap township, this centre provides up to date park information and sells maps, brochures and a range of Aboriginal art and souvenirs. The centre is open 9am to 4pm, 7 days a week. Contact Brambuk at (03) 8427 2258 or email brambuk@parks.vic.gov.au
For further park information, call Parks Victoria on 13 1963.For fire related information, download the VicEmergency app or visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au.If you see impacted wildlife - call 1300 356 682.Attachments: 20250217_1200_Wimmera19_GrampiansNP_ParkClosureMap_A3P_20022025000048861 (3,736KB)
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Reeds Lookout
Great views overlooking the Victoria Valley. Follow the path around the gate and along the sealed road to the summit of Reeds Lookout. From this magnificent lookout you will receive breathtaking views over Victoria Valley, Victoria Range, Serra Range,
Flinders Peak Lookout
Starting from the Turntable car park, this walk takes you to the highest point of the You Yangs. This is a challenging walk featuring 450 steps and rising 200m in elevation.
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